WordPress - Pet Product Price Comparison Website

Project Overview: We are seeking a skilled WordPress developer to create [login to view URL], a user-friendly website for comparing pet product prices from various UK retailers. The website will utilize the ReHub theme and leverage affiliate marketing strategies to generate revenue. Responsibilities: Website Development: Install and configure the ReHub theme with a focus on user experience and mobile responsiveness. Customize the theme's design elements (colors, fonts, layouts) to match our brand identity provided in a brand style guide (to be provided). Integrate essential WordPress plugins for SEO (Yoast SEO recommended), security (e.g., Wordfence Security), performance optimization (e.g., WP Rocket), and any additional functionalities required (e.g., contact forms, social media sharing, 10 social media account pages creation). Price Comparison Functionality: Develop a user-friendly product search and filtering system based on keywords, categories, brands, price range, and other relevant criteria like trending products etc. Implement a system to display product information (Retailer Logo, product names, images, descriptions, prices,  Affiliated retailer links) in a clear and visually appealing comparison table format. Explore options for fetching real-time price data from affiliate links through API integration, web scraping (with ethical considerations in mind), or browser automation (considering technical feasibility and ethical implications). Discuss the most appropriate approach with the client. Ensure accurate and up-to-date product information through manual or automated processes (decided upon in consultation with the client). Clearly disclose the last update time for price information to maintain user trust. Implement seamless redirection to merchant websites for purchases through secure affiliate links. Content Management System (CMS) Setup: Create a user-friendly CMS for adding, editing, and managing website content, including product listings, blog posts, and page content. Ensure a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) editor for easy content creation and editing. SEO Optimization: Optimize website content (titles, meta descriptions, headers, and body copy) for relevant keywords related to pet products, price comparison, and pet care. Set up and configure a preferred SEO plugin (e.g., Yoast SEO) to guide content optimization. Ensure website structure and navigation are SEO-friendly. Additional Considerations: Develop a responsive and fast-loading website optimized for mobile devices. Implement security measures to protect user data and website integrity. Set up a contact form for user inquiries and feedback. Integrate social media sharing buttons for easy content sharing. Provide clear on-page instructions on how the website works and how affiliate links are used. Adhere to best practices for affiliate marketing disclosure. Ensure the website complies with all relevant UK regulations. Technical Skills & Requirements: Proven experience developing WordPress websites using themes like ReHub. Proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Experience with WooCommerce or similar e-commerce plugins (a plus). Understanding of SEO principles and best practices. Familiarity with web scraping or browser automation techniques (a plus). Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Deliverables: A fully functional and user-friendly WordPress website ([login to view URL]) built on the ReHub theme. Have all the pages needed including FAQ, Footer Links, signup for listing, Affiliate program management, Terms and conditions, privacy policy, belogs using searched keywords. Need to get affiliate links on behalf of [login to view URL] using professional email of [login to view URL] from the following which one will be available Amazon Associates, ShareASale, Rakuten Marketing, CJ Affiliate, Commission Junction (CJ) Pets at Home [login to view URL] Vets4Pets [login to view URL] [login to view URL] [login to view URL] Vets Now [login to view URL] BorrowMyDoggy [login to view URL] Animal Friends Insurance [login to view URL] Jollyes [login to view URL] Inspired Pet Nutrition [login to view URL] Butcher’s Pet Care [login to view URL] Pets Choice [login to view URL] Vets4Pets [login to view URL] Vets Now BorrowMyDoggy Animal Friends Insurance Jollyes Inspired Pet Nutrition Butcher’s Pet Care Pets Choice Complete website documentation, including user manuals and plugin configurations and information about how to add further links and keywords lists targeted for UK Pet Owners Ongoing support and maintenance for the website (negotiable based on separate agreement). Project Timeline: The project timeline will be discussed and agreed upon during the interview process. We are open to discussing a flexible timeline based on the complexity of the chosen approach for real-time data fetching. Budget: We are offering a competitive rate for this project. Please submit your hourly rate or project quote based on your proposed approach and timeline. Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview to discuss their skills, experience, and approach to the project. We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented developer who can work collaboratively to bring [login to view URL] to life. Please note: This job description is a comprehensive overview, and specific details may be further discussed during the interview process. We are open to suggestions for data sources or APIs for the product information. Preference for web scraping for data fetching. Set up Google Analytics for traffic and user behavior tracking. We prefer using available API or Webscraping for fetching real-time price data. We require a custom design for the product comparison tables. The product comparison tables should have advanced design customization, including unique styling and visual enhancements to match our brand identity.